Dog clothing is not only a fashionable supplement, but also practical protection against cold, rain and wind. A well-chosen piece keeps your dog warm, protects his joints and makes the walks more comfortable – especially during the autumn-winter period. However, in order for the dog clothes to play their part in the long term, proper cleaning and care is important.
Good news: it’s not complicated, just a few ground rules to follow.
How often do you wash your dog clothes?
That depends on how often and under what circumstances you use it. After a rough, rainy walk, it is understandable to wash immediately, while after a dry, short round of town, it can only be cleaned out.
General rule:
- wash out every 1 to 2 weeks with regular use,
- heavily contaminated clothing always immediately,
- If it’s only slightly dirty, it could be quick cleaning or drying.
It is important that you do not wait for the dirt to “burn” into the material – so the dress remains beautiful and functional.
Wash: gently but thoroughly
The substance of dog clothes is often special: water-spilling, lined or flexible, so too strong washing can damage it. Always check the label before washing, but if there is no special marking, the following should be observed:
- Wash at low temperature (around 30 ° C)
- Use a spare program
- Turn the dress around
- Avoid heavy centrifugation
Use detergent to choose a non-scented, gentle version. Strong odors and chemicals can irritate your dog’s skin, especially if it is more sensitive.
Don’t use a rinse – although we smell good, the skin of dogs is not always a friend.
Dry – no matter how
Most of the dog clothes don’t like the dryer. High heat can damage the material, seams and water-rolling layer.
The best solution is:
- air drying,
- room temperature,
- laid or on a shoulder tree.
Do not put it on a radiator or on a hot sun – the dress may lose its shape and become worn out sooner.
Small fixes, big difference
It is worth looking over the dog clothes at times: whether a seam is loose, whether a tear or a rubber is worn. A minor repair is much easier than replacing a completely ruined piece.
If the dress is still clean, but the Velcro is full of hair, a little brush or tweezers can easily be cleaned – so it will close again.
Storage – it counts outside the season
When you don’t need the dog clothes, put it clean and dry. Best:
- you don’t collect,
- You keep it in a good ventilation room,
- There’s no heavy object pressing on it.
So you can get it in good shape next season.
The care is in detail
A clean, clean dog suit is not only more beautiful, but also more comfortable and healthier for your dog. At Brizlo, we believe that quality and care go hand in hand – and with a little care, the favorite pieces will accompany you on the common walks for a long time.
Because your puppy deserves to have fun every season.